DR SNEHA JOHN

Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist
Languages Spoken
  • en
  • ml
Years of Experience
  • 8

Dr. Sneha John is a highly respected Clinical Psychologist who has established herself as a leader in the field of mental health. She has dedicated herself to improving the lives of children, adolescents, and their families. She has over a decade of experience working in the National Health Service (NHS) and various clinical settings.

Sneha holds a PhD, a testament to her commitment to advancing mental health care. Her research, titled “Treatment for Eating Disorders Among Adolescents Who Have Had Adverse Childhood Experiences,” addresses an important gap in our understanding of how early traumas impact eating disorders. Her work provides valuable insights into the field, enabling her to offer more personalized and effective treatments.

Her versatile experience in schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and community-based vocational training centres showcases her comprehensive approach to mental health challenges. Her innovative treatment methodologies, underpinned by her research, emphasize personalized care strategies tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

In addition to her clinical practice, Sneha is a vocal advocate for mental health. Her research, publications, and speaking engagements demonstrate her commitment to sharing knowledge and promoting a broader understanding of mental health issues.

Sneha’s philosophy is centred on empowering young individuals through self-discovery and resilience building. She guides them to recognize and harness their latent strengths. Her recent academic achievements enrich this vision, offering her clients and the mental health community new perspectives on treatment and recovery.

Sneha’s unwavering dedication to her clients, continuous professional development, and transformative impact on the lives of those she serves make her an exceptional practitioner in mental health care. Her profile is a beacon of excellence, innovation, and compassion in pursuing mental wellness.

  • PhD in Clinical Psychology, Child & Adolescent Mental Health, US
  • Masters in Clinical Psychology, London, UK
  • P.G Diploma in Child & Adolescent Mental Health, UK
  • Bachelor of Psychology with Counselling, London, UK
  • British Psychological Society, UK
  • Dubai Healthcare City Authority Regulatory (DHCR), Dubai, UAE
  • Community Development Authority (CDA), Dubai, UAE

Her Clinical Areas of Specialisation for Children:

  • Childhood Emotional Disorders – anxiety as well as depression
  • Self-esteem Issues
  • Behavioural Problems
  • Eating Disorders
  • Examination Anxiety including school refusal
  • Significant Life Transitions- divorced parents, death of a loved one, shifting from one school year to another, relocating to another country, changing schools, graduating from school to University or from University to work
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Parent Counselling
  • Mood Disorders
  • Tic Disorders
  • Addiction Disorders
  • Childhood Grief

Psycho-educational Areas of Interest:

  • ADHD
  • Learning Difficulties
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Gifted and Talented

Therapy Modalities:

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Attachment Focused Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Family Based Therapy